The Hockaday School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked TX School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 1,110 students
Yearly Tuition: $41,000
Acceptance rate: 17%
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: Dec. 12 / Jan. 30
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

The Hockaday School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Coalition of Girls
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Association of College Admissions Counselors
Independent Schools Association of the South West (ISAS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Hockaday School
Pre-K	36
Kind	48
1	48
2	48
3	48
4	48
5	75
6	79
7	86
8	94
9	123
10	125
11	124
12	128

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1913

Colors

Green, white

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Fri. Aug 27, 2027

Student Body

Total Students

1,110 students

Student Body Type

All-girls

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 42%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

118 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

16 students

Number of AP Courses

21 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus, AB and BC

AP ChemistryAP Comparative Government

AP EconomicsAP English

AP Environmental ScienceAP French

AP Human GeographyAP Latin

AP Mandarin ChineseAP Modern European History

AP Physics, B and CAP Spanish Language

AP Spanish LiteratureAP Statistics

AP Studio ArtAP U.S. History

AP World History

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Classroom Dress Code

Formal

uniform

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Dec. 12 / Jan. 30

Yearly Tuition Cost

$41,000

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Tuition Notes

Grades PK-4: $34,466 Grades 5-12: $40,894

% on Financial Aid

12%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$19,000

Acceptance Rate

17%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

AD Ebeniro

Admissions Associate

Adrianna White

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$217 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

17 sports

Sports

TennisTrack and Field

Volleyball

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School Notes

The Hockaday School was founded in 1913 by Miss Ela Hockaday to provide a college preparatory education for girls in Dallas, Texas.
Believing in the limitless potential of girls, Hockaday develops resilient, confident women who are educated and inspired to lead lives of purpose and impact.
The Hockaday School prepares girls of strong potential in the prekindergarten through 12th grades to assume positions of responsibility and leadership in a rapidly changing world by giving them a foundation grounded on the traditional four cornerstones: character, courtesy, scholarship, and athletics.
Within the context of an outstanding academic environment, The Hockaday School's goals are to foster a community of concern and friendship, to instill in every girl a love of learning and an understanding of herself and the ethical principles which guide her life, and to develop an appreciation of excellence in all its forms with a commitment to what is right and good.

School Mascot: Killer Daisy

Download our application at www.hockaday.org. We accept applications for the day program for grades PK-11.
Hockaday, founded in 1913, provides a college preparatory education for girls of strong potential and diverse backgrounds who may be expected to assume positions of responsibility and leadership in a rapidly changing world.It is the purpose of The Hockaday School to foster a community of concern and friendship and to instill in every girl a love of learning, an understanding of herself and the ethical principles which guide her life, an appreciation of excellence in all its forms, and a commitment to what is right and good. Through small classes, creative teaching, and an approach that emphasizes the process of learning, Hockaday seeks to discover unique aptitudes and awaken the intellectual curiosity of every girl. Through a strong physical education program and the challenge of competitive sports, Hockaday seeks to develop in each girl an enthusiastic spirit, a healthy body, and a sense of responsibility for herself and her actions. Through continual exposure to the arts, Hockaday seeks to engender an appreciation of beauty and joy in self-expression that will bring added enrichment to each girl`s life. Through the constant emphasis on moral and ethical values, Hockaday seeks to nurture a courteous attitude, a sense of grace, respect for the ideals of human worth and dignity, and a harmonious and mature character well-equipped to make responsible choices and be prepared for the future.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Hockaday School cost?

The Hockaday School's tuition is approximately $41,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of The Hockaday School?

The acceptance rate of The Hockaday School is 17%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. The Hockaday School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Texas with low acceptance rates.

Does The Hockaday School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Hockaday School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does The Hockaday School offer?

The Hockaday School offers 17 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cheering, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Diving, Drill Team, Fencing, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. The Hockaday School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Texas for most sports offered.

What is The Hockaday School's ranking?

The Hockaday School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Texas for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Oldest founding date and Largest endowments.

When is the application deadline for The Hockaday School?

The application deadline for The Hockaday School is Dec. 12 / Jan. 30.

In what neighborhood is The Hockaday School located?

The Hockaday School is located in the Northwest Dallas neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 12 other private schools located in Northwest Dallas.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Dallas, TX is $17,012 for elementary schools and $21,878 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Dallas, TX is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).